Forbes May 9, 2024
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The results of the first human trial examining a new weight loss procedure called gastric mucosal ablation were released Thursday, and the non-surgical procedure caused minimal side effects with a short outpatient recovery period compared to other weight loss procedures, though the amount of weight lost was less.
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How Does Gastric Mucosal Ablation Compare To Other Weight Loss Procedures?
Gastric mucosal ablation is considered a minimally invasive surgical option because it only burns the gastric fundus, while other invasive procedures like gastric sleeve and bypass involve removing or bypassing the gastric fundus—making a new pouch in the stomach and connecting it to the intestines. “For patients who are fearful of surgical complications, these minimally invasive techniques may...
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